There was once a time when Black Friday meant elbowing your way through high street crowds in pursuit of a bargain microwave or half-price toaster.
These days, thankfully, the chaos has moved online, and with it comes a wealth of discounts on the gadgets that make our kitchens tick. From sleek fridge-freezers that keep your weekly shop fresh to stand mixers worthy of The Great British Bake Off tent, retailers are dropping prices well ahead of the big day.
